A girls' weekend is a rare gift for moms: a few days to feel pampered, relaxed, and a little less like the household logistics manager. The right packing list helps. After a recent moms' beach getaway in Destin, Florida, the team at Cool Mom Picks shared the essentials they were glad they brought. Here's our take on the six that earn a spot in your suitcase.
1. A Great Travel Bag
A good bag is the foundation of any trip. The Sherpani Jetsetter Tote offers plenty of space without looking oversized, and its exterior pockets are ideal for the things you need to grab fast, such as boarding passes and passports, while keeping them safely stashed.
2. A Soft, Cozy Robe
If your favorite part of the morning is coffee in a robe before the day begins, this one's for you. Laura Ashley's buttery soft robe was named the number one robe in the reviewer's collection. The price is friendly enough that you could bring one as a gift for everyone in your group.
3. A Good Book
Reading on the beach is a small luxury. Even if great conversation keeps interrupting, it belongs on the list. A few picks from the reviewer's to-be-read pile:
- The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O'Farrell
- We Will Be Jaguars by Nemonte Nenquimo
- Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke
- The Memory Police by Yoko Ogawa
4. A New Swimsuit
At the beach, your swimsuit is your daily uniform, so consider treating yourself. Carve Designs makes swimsuits and rashguards (sun protection matters at any age), and the Sol Compression One Piece stood out for its multiple fabric layers and supportive, stay-put fit, which is a big plus for moms.
5. A Fun Game
Conversation rarely lags, but a little organized fun makes memories. Picture champagne and a few rounds of mahjong on a balcony overlooking the ocean. A set like those from The Mahjong House is gorgeous for a trip and will keep getting used all year.
6. A Turkish-Style Beach Towel
Thin, lightweight Turkish towels pack small and double as a cover-up. Target carries an organic cotton Turkish towel in a generous size, and it was on sale for half off at the time of the original review.
The Bottom Line
None of these items is complicated, and that's the point. Pack light, bring a few things that make you feel pampered, and leave room for the conversation. For where to stay, see our look at Henderson Beach Resort in Destin, and credit to Cool Mom Picks for the inspiration behind this list.
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